Brief aan Philip Zilcken 1911 - 1930

This letter to Philip Zilcken by Rose Imel—I can only imagine the artist’s hand, carefully forming each word. I imagine a graphite pencil gliding across the paper, capturing thoughts in a silvery script. The letter is in French—a language of nuance and emotion. It feels like a dance across the page, a visual rhythm echoing the artist's inner state. The torn edge of the paper speaks to the fragility and intimacy of personal correspondence. Rose Imel, apologizing for not making it into the studio, maybe feeling a little fragile herself. I can relate. This reminds me of the artist's studio as a sanctuary, a space for introspection and creation, but also as a place of community. This note highlights the importance of connection, even in moments of solitude. It’s like a whispered conversation between artists, a reminder that we’re all part of a larger dialogue, influencing each other's paths in subtle, profound ways.